Five thoughts, Mavericks-Thunder: Pitiful shooting night dooms Dallas in Game 1 vs. OKC

OKLAHOMA CITY – Here are five thoughts from the Mavericks’ 117-95 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals. One of the primary storylines entering Game 1 was the matchup between two of the three finalists for the NBA’s Most Valuable Player award, Luka Doncic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Gilgeous-Alexander finished with 29 points, nine rebounds and nine assists for the Thunder while making a living at the free throw line. He was aggressive with his drives into the paint and drew contact early and...